Today’s Solutions: June 24, 2026

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Researchers build a hemp plastic that rivals PET

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM PET is in water bottles, food packaging, and flexible electronics. It’s made from fossil fuels, breaks down into microplastics, and carries chemicals linked to inflammation and cell damage. Researchers have been trying to replace it for years. Most Read More...